Abercarn Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Cardiff University
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
From Cardiff: Caerleon, Tintern Abbey and Three Castles Tour
Make a bottle of gin or rum at our distillery
Private Tour: The Valleys Heritage And South Wales Landscapes
Cardiff’s Private Full-Day Bardic Journey
Cardiff Private Day Tour of South Wales Castles
Top hotels in Abercarn
The Cwmcarn Hotel
Basic and ok ish...communal small tv...not good for biz travellers
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Hotel was great . Got caught out with the extra charge to use the spa as we thought it was included
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Check in was easy and the reception staff said let them know if I needed anything. I wanted green teabags and asked for them over 2 days about 4 times. Eventually, Georgia, the reception supervisor, put them in the room herself, so I had them for my last evening…… I’d asked for a walk-in shower but ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
I was in Cardiff for a competition and so only used the room and no other facilities. It was lovely and clean, the toiletries were lovely but it was incredibly hot. Also a couple of biscuits would have been nice with the room refreshments. My husband checked us in and said the staff were all efficient ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room clean but carpet stained and dusty in corners, no soap container so soap was sliding all over the bathroom top so had to keep it on a towel to soak up the water
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abercarn
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Arts Centre.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.
Langstone
Some popular features of Langstone include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club or Coldra Woods are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
